Iron on High Heat Symbol Guide
IroningSymbol: Iron High Temperature
The iron high symbol is an iron icon with three dots inside it. The three dots indicate a maximum ironing temperature of around 200 degrees Celsius. This is the highest ironing setting and is designed for durable natural fibers like cotton and linen that require strong heat to effectively smooth out wrinkles.
Recommended Action
Set your iron to the highest temperature setting, typically labeled as the cotton or linen setting. Steam can be used freely at this temperature and is often necessary to remove stubborn wrinkles from heavy fabrics. Iron while the fabric is slightly damp for the best results, and use a spray bottle to remoisten dry areas as needed.
What to Avoid
- ✗Do not use high heat on synthetic, silk, or wool fabrics
- ✗Avoid ironing over buttons or zippers at high temperature as they may melt or scratch
- ✗Do not leave the iron face-down on the fabric at any time
- ✗Avoid ironing dark cotton at high heat on the right side as it may develop a shine
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